Richard Chavez

Richard was an avid F.S.U. Fan and loved Lakers basketball. He also loved camping. He was a U.S. Army veteran, spending two tours in Vietnam.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Patricia; a son, Michael Hammett (Julie); a daughter, Stephanie Sanchez (David); three brothers, Casey, Robert (Patty) and Peter Chavez; seven grandchildren; and his two dogs, Foxy and Trouble. Richard is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 9, 2013, at Culley's MeadowWood on Riggins Road. Funeral services will be held 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home, Riggins Road Chapel, interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida.